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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Tag: safety

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These tips can help you keep your household prepared for emergencies

September is National Preparedness Month. Having an emergency plan in place and a disaster kit prepared can help keep your household safe.

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Planning to dig? Call 811 first

Calling Nebraska 811 before you start a digging project can ensure you avoid contact with underground utilities and can help keep you safe – and it's the law.

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Simple tips for a safe, healthy home

These simple steps can help you prevent or address safety hazards in your home; make them a part of your routine home maintenance.

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What’s a ground fault circuit interrupter?

These devices are common in homes, and they perform an important function by protecting you from electrical shocks.

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Landscaping near electrical equipment

The plants you choose for your landscaping around this equipment should still allow OPPD crews to access the unit in the event of an outage or repair.

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A new, real-world testing tool for OPPD power plant technicians 

An underground vault at Nebraska City Station allows the utility to evaluate how candidates for certain jobs react to working in confined spaces.

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